I tried the Black Series Scout Trooper Helmet from Hasbro Pulse to celebrate May the 4th, and to put it simply, it is an absolute treat for fans.
This is not some flimsy party prop. The helmet arrives in a sharp-looking box that makes a solid first impression. The packaging alone tells you this is meant for serious collectors.
The helmet itself is robust, with a hard plastic shell and a surprisingly high level of detail both inside and out.
The sculpt is clean and it has that polished, screen-accurate look you want in a proper replica.
Inside, the detailing continues. There are textured sections, false circuitry panels and little touches that, while completely unnecessary, elevate the whole piece.
These are the kinds of details that no one will really see once it is on your head or your shelf — but knowing they are there adds to the overall quality and care that has gone into the design.
One of the main features is the built-in voice changer. Hit the button and your voice comes through with a distorted, trooper-like crackle that adds a surprising amount of fun.
It is loud and clear and gives the helmet a bit of life beyond just being decorative. Great if you’re into cosplay or just fancy shouting “Rebel scum” at your cat.
Comfort-wise, the helmet mostly holds up. It comes with a padded insert at the top that can be removed and cleaned, as well as an adjustable chin strap.
Unfortunately, it sat a little loosely on my head, and I found myself wishing it had one of those internal tightening dials like you get with a VR headset. I think an adjustment like that would have made such a difference to the fit of the helm.
It is not a deal-breaker, and my partner — who has a much larger head — managed to wear it just fine with a snug fit.
It is probably safe to say it will fit most people, though some may need to adjust the padding slightly to get it sitting right.
The visor is fully tinted, giving that dark, menacing trooper look, but it does not ruin visibility.
I could see clearly through it without any tunnel vision or awkward blind spots. From the outside, your face is completely hidden, which is great for the look, and from the inside, you can walk around confidently without risk of bumping into things.
One of the most useful touches is the flip-up visor. It makes getting the helmet on and off far easier, and it means you can quickly lift it if you need a breather, want to speak to someone, or grab a snack between scenes at a convention.
It might sound like a small design feature, but it makes a big difference in comfort and practicality.
The Scout Trooper has always been one of the cooler looking variants in the Empire’s ranks.
Sleek, light-armoured and fast, they are a step up from the classic Stormtrooper in both design and attitude.
This helmet nails that sharp, tactical look, and whether you are displaying it on a shelf or wearing it to a fan event, it just looks right.
There is nothing over-the-top about it, no lights or gimmicks, just strong, clean design done properly.
This product comes from Hasbro Pulse, the branch of Hasbro that caters to collectors.
At £104.99, the Scout Trooper helmet sits firmly in premium territory, but it is a solid treat for die-hard fans and costume passionate who want something that feels authentic, wearable or simply great to display at home.
